Foundations In Gardening-Optional Dig Deeper Workshops

Growing and Caring for Plants in Wisconsin:
Foundations in Gardening – Optional Dig Deeper Workshops

Optional Workshops

The optional Dig Deeper Workshops for the Growing and Caring for Plants in Wisconsin: Foundations in Gardening course includes four additional learning sessions for $40. These workshops are led by Extension Horticulture Educators and Outreach Specialists. The labs are held via Zoom.

Registration for the optional labs opens Monday, July 13 and closes at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, September 18. (only Foundation course registrants can register for workshops)

During the workshops you will:

  • Learn more while engaging with Extension Educators and other participants.
  • Dig deeper into Foundations in Gardening concepts by applying them to real life situations.
  • Participate in both large and small group activities and discussions.

For more information regarding the workshops, please contact

Margaret Murphy
Horticulture Educator
Extension Chippewa, Dunn, & Eau Claire Counties
711 N. Bridge St.
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
Phone: (715) 726-7957
Email: margaret.murphy@wisc.edu

Workshops for 2026

For each of the four workshops, there are three days/times to choose from (see table below). There is no need to make a commitment to a specific day and time. Choose the day/time for each workshops that works with your schedule that week. Those who are not able to attend or are interested in reviewing what was covered, can view the recording. One lab will be recorded each week and the link to the recording will be shared with those who register for the labs.

For each workshops you will choose the day and time that works best for you.

Workshop #1
Label Reading, Interpreting a
Soil Test		Workshop #2
Integrated Pest Management		Workshop #3
Botany, Plant Identification		Workshop #4
Real World Gardening
Monday, September 28
10-11:00 AM		Monday, October 19
10-11:00 AM		Monday, November 9
10-11:00 AM		Monday, December 7
10-11:00 AM
Monday, September 28
6:30-7:30 PM		Monday, October 19
6:30-7:30 PM		Monday, November 9
6:30-7:30 PM		Monday, December 7
6:30-7:30 PM
Thursday, October 1
Noon-1 PM		Thursday, October 22
Noon-1 PM		Thursday, November 12
Noon-1 PM		Thursday, December 10
Noon-1 PM

FAQs

How do I register for a workshop section?
Once you register for the Foundations in Gardening course, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to register for the workshops (this will be to the Extension Eau Claire County website). The link will take you to an external site where you will complete registration for the labs. You must use that link to register. Once you register you will receive a confirmation email with payment options (check or credit card) for the $40 workshop Fee.

All four workshops are included in the lab fee. You cannot register for a single workshop without paying for all four.

Dig Deeper Workshop registration is through Extension Eau Claire County.  The registration fee is non-refundable. Visa, Master Card, Discover and American Express (there is a convenience fee charged of 2.50% or minimum of $2.00), and e-check ($1.50 convenience fee) are all accepted .

Will the Dig Deeper Workshops be recorded?
Yes, the recordings will be made available to those who enrolled in the workshops.

What if I did not register for the optional Dig Deeper Workshops and have now changed my mind? Can I still register?
Yes, you can still register until the workshop registration deadline. Workshop registration is open until September 18, 2026. Once lab registration closes, you will no longer be able to register for a workshop.

Dig Deeper Workshop registration is separate from the Foundations in Gardening course registration process. To find the link to register for the workshop, refer back to your course confirmation email.

If you have questions, please contact UW-Madison Division of Extension Horticulture Educator Margaret Murphy at margaret.murphy@wisc.edu.